Project Director of Sales - Sports Illustrated Resorts

We Put the World on Vacation

Travel + Leisure Co. is the world’s leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. Our dedicated associates help the company achieve its mission to put the world on vacation. Innovation and growth keep our work interesting and fun. Every day is a chance to learn something new and turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences for millions of travelers worldwide.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing for the Sports Illustrated Resorts portfolio, the Project Director is responsible for planning, controlling, and directing the daily activities of the sales team to achieve maximum efficiency while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

This role ensures that the site consistently meets or exceeds monthly budget goals in a positive, performance-driven, and compliant manner. The Project Director provides strategic leadership, motivation, and operational direction to all team members, fostering a collaborative and goal-oriented environment.

How You’ll Shine

• Provide leadership to the day-to day operations of the Sales and Marketing departments, while maintaining focus on the company’s strategic goals.
• Responsible for the achievement of the established targets regarding VPG, net sales volume and closing percentage of the site. Must be able to successfully oversee one of the following: 25M+ for 2 or more brands or 70M+ In House Sales or 40M+ Front Line Sales.
• Proactively contribute to and support efforts to attract, retain, train and motivate a diverse Sales and Marketing workforce.
• Manage the performance of Sales and Marketing Leadership through the consistent application of WVO performance management by: (1) establishing performance goals and action plans for all Sales & Marketing management; (2) working with Sales & Marketing management to establish performance goals and action plans for the Sales and Marketing Associates.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining a strong work relationship with key business partners and associates within and outside of WVO. Ensures Sales and Marketing operations are integrated within the overall guest experience.
• Ensure the highest level of customer service to current and prospective owners in order to maintain a positive brand image and company reputation
• Performs other duties as needed

Travel Requirements

• up to 25% to 50%

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of proven success in Vacation Ownership sales.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, develop, and lead high-performing teams.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and interpreting financial documents.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong conflict resolution and critical thinking skills.
• Consistently meets or exceeds performance expectations and business objectives.
• Effective at holding teams accountable and fostering a culture of accountability and results.
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to make sound, timely decisions.
• Strong collaborator with a track record of developing talent and leading by example.
• Active real estate license (or ability to obtain prior to hire), as required by state law.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Timekeeping and other software
• Ability to effectively learn and operate PC based systems/platforms and IPads
• Three (3) years experience successfully leading or directing in a sales environment
• Past prior experience with increasing responsibility in management positions within sales leadership

Unless there is a legal requirement, experience will be accepted for the education requirement.

Note: Generally starting at $100,000 - $100,000 per year plus commissions and bonuses. The actual salary rate of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, skills, training, and work location.

How You'll Be Rewarded:

We offer a diverse range of comprehensive health and welfare benefits to associates who work 30 or more hours per week to meet your needs and support you throughout your career with us. Travel + Leisure Co. benefits include: Note: Temporary and/or seasonal associates are ineligible for Paid Time Off. • Medical • Dental • Vision • Flexible spending accounts • Life and accident coverage • Disability • Depending on position, paid time off, parental leave and holidays (speak to your recruiter for additional information)• Wish day paid time to volunteer at an approved organization of your choice • 401k with employer match (subject to eligibility requirements, including tenure - speak to your recruiter for additional information)• Legal and identity theft plan • Voluntary income protection benefits • Wellness program (subject to provider availability)• Employee Assistance Program

Compensation

Generally starting at $100,000 - $500,000 per year. The actual salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, skills, training, and work location.

Where Memories Start with You

Hospitality is at the heart of all we do at Travel + Leisure Co. Here, you’ll find an inclusive environment where we deliver excellence and take time to have fun, celebrate together, and support one another. We're always looking ahead to what’s next and how we can strengthen our business, its neighboring communities, and the customer experience. Join our global team and build a career where memories start with you.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected] , including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.